Love In The Dark

Leroy Sanchez's 'Love In The Dark' is a poignant ballad that delves into the painful realization of a love that can no longer continue. The song opens with a plea for distance, as the narrator feels too ashamed to leave while being watched. This sets the tone for a narrative of emotional struggle and the difficult decision to end a relationship that has become unsustainable. The repetition of 'we have been here before' suggests a cycle of unresolved issues, making it clear that this is not the first time the couple has faced such a dilemma.

The chorus, 'I can't love you in the dark, it feels like we're oceans apart,' uses powerful metaphors to convey the emotional distance between the two lovers. The 'oceans apart' metaphor highlights the vast, insurmountable space that has grown between them, both physically and emotionally. The phrase 'maybe we're already defeated' suggests a sense of inevitability, as if the relationship has reached a point of no return. This is further emphasized by the line 'everything changed me,' indicating that the experiences within the relationship have fundamentally altered the narrator.

In the latter part of the song, the narrator acknowledges the significance of the relationship, stating, 'It is the world to me that you are in my life, but I want to live and not just survive.' This line encapsulates the internal conflict of valuing the relationship but recognizing the need for personal growth and fulfillment. The song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the narrator admits, 'I don't think you can save me,' accepting that the relationship cannot be salvaged despite the deep emotional connection.